During the commemoration Jan. 17, living history displays, artifact highlights and family activities are planned as well as artillery demonstrations.
Dry, drought conditions widespread in North Carolina
Dry and drought conditions across North Carolina are expected through to the spring.
12th lost fishing gear recovery effort begins this week
Crews will be removing displaced and potentially dangerous fishing gear along the northern and central coast through the month as part of the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s annual Lost Fishing Gear Recovery Project.
Native plant art contest open to artists of all experience levels
Submissions are due March 30 for the Native Plant Art Contest and Exhibit hosted by two Texas-based, Latino-led nonprofit organizations.
NC’s ‘toothiest fish’ topic of next talk in science lecture series
Fisheries ecologist Dr. Jim Morley will explain the life history of sheepshead during the Jan. 15 “Science on the Sound” Lecture Series at the Coastal Studies Institute in Wanchese.
Speakers needed for summit on abandoned, derelict vessels
The BoatUS Foundation and NOAA are looking for speakers to share their experiences with attendees of the 2026 Turning the Tide Summit set for December in New Orleans.
State Ferry Division plans four career recruitment events
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division career events are scheduled for Jan. 14 in Morehead City, Jan. 21 in Hatteras, Jan. 28 in Southport, and Feb. 4 in Bath.
Marine Patrol’s new top officer officially pinned colonel
Col. Chris Lee, who was formally pinned during a ceremony Tuesday, took the helm as the N.C. Marine Patrol’s top officer on Jan. 1.
Oceanographer Reide Corbett to speak at OBX Green Drinks
Coastal oceanographer Dr. Reide Corbett is to give his talk, “Science, Shorelines, and Tradeoffs: Understanding What’s Happening Along the Outer Banks Coast,” at 6 p.m. Thursday at Waverider’s in Nags Head.
Jacksonville to host annual African American Read-In
The city of Jacksonville will host the 22nd annual African American Read-In on Feb. 1 at the Jack Amyette Recreation Center.
Rules commission OKs Jockey’s Ridge AEC designation
The Rules Review Commission approved last month language reinstating Jockey’s Ridge as an area of environmental concern.
Nonprofit sues over inaction on horseshoe crab protections
The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit Monday against the National Marine Fisheries Service for not publishing initial findings on a petition filed February 2024 to protect American horseshoe crabs.
EMC to vote on opening comment period for discharge rules
The state Environmental Management Commission is set to vote Thursday on whether to put proposed “monitoring and minimization” rules for some PFAS and 1,4-dioxane out for public comment.
Beaufort docks under new management starting Jan. 1
“The transition marks a new chapter for the Beaufort Town Docks, with an emphasis on enhancing services for residents, visiting boaters, and the maritime community while preserving the character and heritage of Beaufort’s historic waterfront,” the town said.
State offers guidance for donated tree placement on beaches
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management has announced guidance to property owners, organizations and towns planning to accept natural Christmas trees this year for use in dune restoration.
New Outer Banks Youth Choir set to perform into 2026
The newly formed Outer Banks Youth Choir made possible, in part, by an Outer Banks Community Foundation grant, is accepting new members ages 9-19.
